December weather forecast
Newport, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Newport, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between min 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and max 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

Newport's transition into December marks a considerable drop in the average high-temperature, moving down from an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C). An average nighttime temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C) is witnessed throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Newport is 88%.

Rainfall

In Newport, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Newport, Minnesota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.1 days and collects up to 22.83" (580mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Newport are January through May, October through December. In Newport, during December, snow falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 67.4 snowfall days, and 24.33" (618mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Newport, Minnesota.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, in Newport, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Newport, Minnesota, is 3.4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Newport in December?

In Newport, in December, the average high-temperature is 25.5°F (-3.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 15.3°F (-9.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Newport?

In Newport, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How much does it rain in Newport in December?

In Newport, Minnesota, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Newport?

In Newport, in December, during 14.3 snowfall days, 4.57" (116mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Newport?

The month with the shortest days in Newport is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Newport?

The average day length in December in Newport is 8h and 51min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Newport?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Newport?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Newport is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Newport?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Newport?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Newport, Minnesota, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Newport, MN

Average temperature in December - Newport, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Newport, MN

Average pressure in December - Newport, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Newport, MN

Average wind speed in December - Newport, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Newport, MN

Average humidity in December - Newport, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Newport, MN

Average rainfall in December - Newport, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Newport, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Newport, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Newport, MN

Average snowfall in December - Newport, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Newport, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Newport, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Newport, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Newport, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Newport, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Newport, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Newport, MN

Average UV index in December - Newport, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Newport, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Newport, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Newport, MN

Average visibility in December - Newport, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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